The fascinating world of Warhammer 40K 10th Edition continues to expand with a dramatic confrontation between the technologically obsessed Adeptus Mechanicus and the darkly alluring Drukhari. These Battle Reports, presented to you courtesy of Games Workshop, unravel the exciting dynamics of the 10th Edition in all its strategic complexity.

For this confrontation, we have amassed 2000pts of Adeptus Mechanicus and Drukhari forces. Drawing from the wide range of units listed in the Index, our armies represent the distinctive rules and strategies of both factions. The Leviathan mission cards add an extra twist to our battle, instigating unpredictable objectives and ensuring an engaging spectacle for all Warhammer 40K devotees.

The index rules and points for these armies can be found and downloaded for free here from Warhammer Community!

This Battle Report is not merely an epic showdown between two formidable forces. It is also an interactive Warhammer 40K coaching tool designed to both entertain and educate. From seasoned gamers seeking to refine their strategies to beginners hoping to learn the ropes, this session offers invaluable insights into the rich world of the 10th Edition.

Our selected armies, painstakingly assembled from the Index’s comprehensive unit database, are designed to highlight each faction’s unique capabilities. The Leviathan mission cards introduce unexpected twists into the battle, adding another level of strategic depth.

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As the anticipation builds for this monumental clash, we invite you to join us in witnessing the intricate strategies, the fierce confrontation, and the strategic ebb and flow that embodies Warhammer 40K’s 10th Edition. Experience the thrill of advanced tactics and the art of war in this immersive universe. Gear up for a deep dive into the realm of cosmic conflict and strategic mastery.

Jake's Adeptus Mechanicus

Adeptus Mechanicus
Rad-Cohort
Strike Force (2000 Points)

CHARACTERS

Belisarius Cawl (185 Points)
• Warlord
• 1x Arc scourge, 1x Cawl’s Omnissian axe, 1x Mechadendrite hive, 1x Solar atomiser

Tech-Priest Dominus (110 Points)
• 1x Macrostubber, 1x Omnissian axe, 1x Volkite blaster
• Enhancements: Master Annihilator

Tech-Priest Manipulus (80 Points)
• 1x Magnarail lance, 1x Omnissian staff
• Enhancements: Omni-Steriliser

BATTLELINE

Skitarii Vanguard (100 Points)
• 1x Skitarii Vanguard Alpha
• 1x Close combat weapon, 1x Radium carbine
• 9x Skitarii Vanguard
• 9x Close combat weapon, 1x Omnispex, 9x Radium carbine

Skitarii Vanguard (100 Points)
• 1x Skitarii Vanguard Alpha
• 1x Close combat weapon, 1x Radium carbine
• 9x Skitarii Vanguard
• 9x Close combat weapon, 1x Omnispex, 9x Radium carbine

DEDICATED TRANSPORTS

Skorpius Dunerider (80 Points)
• 1x Armoured hull, 1x Cognis heavy stubber array

Skorpius Dunerider (80 Points)
• 1x Armoured hull, 1x Cognis heavy stubber array

OTHER DATASHEETS

Fulgurite Electro-Priests (160 Points)
• 10x Electroleech stave

Ironstrider Ballistarii (150 Points)
• 3x Ironstrider feet, 3x Twin cognis autocannon

Kataphron Breachers (300 Points)
• 6x Arc claw, 6x Heavy arc rifle

Onager Dunecrawler (140 Points)
• 1x Broad spectrum data-tether, 1x Cognis heavy stubber, 1x Dunecrawler legs, 1x Eradication beamer

Onager Dunecrawler (140 Points)
• 1x Broad spectrum data-tether, 1x Cognis heavy stubber, 1x Dunecrawler legs, 1x Eradication beamer

Pteraxii Sterylizors (75 Points)
• 1x Pteraxii Sterylizor Alpha
• 1x Flechette blaster, 1x Pteraxii talons, 1x Taser goad
• 4x Pteraxii Sterylizor
• 4x Phosphor torch, 4x Pteraxii talons

Serberys Raiders (75 Points)
• 1x Serberys Raider Alpha
• 1x Archeotech pistol, 1x Cavalry sabre and clawed limbs, 1x Galvanic carbine
• 2x Serberys Raider
• 2x Cavalry sabre and clawed limbs, 2x Galvanic carbine

Serberys Raiders (75 Points)
• 1x Serberys Raider Alpha
• 1x Archeotech pistol, 1x Cavalry sabre and clawed limbs, 1x Galvanic carbine
• 2x Serberys Raider
• 2x Cavalry sabre and clawed limbs, 2x Galvanic carbine

Sicarian Ruststalkers (75 Points)
• 1x Sicarian Ruststalker Princeps
• 1x Transonic razor and chordclaw
• 4x Sicarian Ruststalker
• 4x Transonic razor and chordclaw

Sicarian Ruststalkers (75 Points)
• 1x Sicarian Ruststalker Princeps
• 1x Transonic razor and chordclaw
• 4x Sicarian Ruststalker
• 4x Transonic razor and chordclaw

Ben's Drukhari

Drukhari
Realspace Raiders
Strike Force (2000 Points)

CHARACTERS

Archon (110 Points)
• Warlord
• 1x Huskblade, 1x Splinter pistol
• Enhancements: The Art of Pain

Drazhar (105 Points)
• 1x The Executioner’s demiklaives

Succubus (90 Points)
• 1x Succubus weapons
• Enhancements: Blood Dancer

BATTLELINE

Kabalite Warriors (120 Points)
• 1x Sybarite
• 1x Close combat weapon, 1x Splinter rifle
• 9x Kabalite Warrior
• 9x Close combat weapon, 9x Splinter rifle

Wyches (110 Points)
• 1x Hekatrix
• 1x Hekatarii blade, 1x Splinter pistol
• 9x Wych
• 9x Hekatarii blade, 9x Splinter pistol

Wyches (110 Points)
• 1x Hekatrix
• 1x Hekatarii blade, 1x Splinter pistol
• 9x Wych
• 9x Hekatarii blade, 9x Splinter pistol

Wyches (110 Points)
• 1x Hekatrix
• 1x Hekatarii blade, 1x Splinter pistol
• 9x Wych
• 9x Hekatarii blade, 9x Splinter pistol

DEDICATED TRANSPORTS

Raider (90 Points)
• 1x Bladevanes, 1x Dark lance

Raider (90 Points)
• 1x Bladevanes, 1x Dark lance

Raider (90 Points)
• 1x Bladevanes, 1x Dark lance

Raider (90 Points)
• 1x Bladevanes, 1x Dark lance

Raider (90 Points)
• 1x Bladevanes, 1x Dark lance

Venom (80 Points)
• 1x Bladevanes, 1x Splinter cannon, 1x Twin splinter rifle

OTHER DATASHEETS

Court of the Archon (95 Points)
• 1x Lhamaean
• 1x Shaimeshi blade
• 1x Medusae
• 1x Close combat weapon, 1x Eyeburst
• 1x Sslyth
• 1x Shardcarbine, 1x Splinter pistol, 1x Sslyth battle-blade
• 1x Ur-ghul
• 1x Ur-ghul talons

Hellions (110 Points)
• 1x Helliarch
• 1x Hellglaive, 1x Splinter pods
• 4x Hellion
• 4x Hellglaive, 4x Splinter pods

Hellions (110 Points)
• 1x Helliarch
• 1x Hellglaive, 1x Splinter pods
• 4x Hellion
• 4x Hellglaive, 4x Splinter pods

Incubi (170 Points)
• 9x Incubi
• 4x Klaive
• 1x Klaivex
• 1x Klaive

Incubi (85 Points)
• 4x Incubi
• 4x Klaive
• 1x Klaivex
• 1x Klaive

Mandrakes (70 Points)
• 1x Nightfiend
• 1x Baleblast, 1x Glimmersteel blade
• 4x Mandrake
• 4x Baleblast, 4x Glimmersteel blade

Mandrakes (70 Points)
• 1x Nightfiend
• 1x Baleblast, 1x Glimmersteel blade
• 4x Mandrake
• 4x Baleblast, 4x Glimmersteel blade

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